What is the registration number for the Chatime trademark?
Chatime Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Trademark | Registration Number | Registration Date |
|---|---|---|
| CHATIME | Registration No. 5,321,339 | Registered October 31, 2017 |
| "Chatime Ri Chu Cha Tai" (and design) | Registration No. 4,178,239 | Registered July 24, 2012 |
| (design only) | Registration No. 6,310,008 | Registered March 30, 2021 |
| "Chatime" (and design) | Registration No. 6,817,092 | Registered August 16, 2022 |
| Registration No. 7,078,475 | Registered June 13, 2023 | |
| Registration No. 7,208,570 | Registered October 31, 2023 |
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 58–262)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Chatime's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the trademark 'CHATIME' has the registration number 5,321,339. This trademark was officially registered on October 31, 2017. Chatime also has several other trademarks registered. These include "Chatime Ri Chu Cha Tai" (and design) with registration number 4,178,239, registered on July 24, 2012, a design-only trademark with registration number 6,310,008 registered on March 30, 2021, and "Chatime" (and design) with registration number 6,817,092, registered August 16, 2022. Additionally, there are trademarks with registration numbers 7,078,475 and 7,208,570, registered on June 13, 2023, and October 31, 2023, respectively.
These trademarks are important for franchisees because they represent the brand's identity and are legally protected. As outlined in the FDD, franchisees are typically required to transfer ownership of any similar intellectual property to Chatime and are restricted from registering similar trademarks themselves. This ensures brand consistency and protects Chatime's intellectual property rights.
It is common practice in franchising for franchisors to maintain strict control over their trademarks. This control helps to ensure that the brand is consistently represented across all franchise locations, which is crucial for maintaining customer trust and brand recognition. Prospective franchisees should understand these trademark regulations and how they impact their ability to market their business.
Chatime's extensive trademark portfolio indicates a proactive approach to protecting its brand. Franchisees benefit from this protection as it helps to prevent others from infringing on the brand's identity and potentially confusing customers. The multiple registrations also suggest that Chatime is actively developing and protecting its brand assets.